Check if you have Google Play services

Tap Install. If you see "Uninstall" or "Deactivate," you already have Google Play services.

Start a conversation

On your phone or tablet, touch and hold the Home button or say "Ok Google." If the Google Assistant is off, you'll be asked to turn it on.Tip: On some devices, you can also say "Hey Google."

Ask a question or say a command.

Tip: On phones running Android 8.0 and up, you can also talk to the Google Assistant when your phone is locked by saying "Ok Google." Learn how to control what information you see and hear on your lock screen.